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Lionel Hampton

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Musician

Lionel Hampton

American jazz musician (1908 to 2002)

Lionel Hampton was born on April 20, 1908 and died on August 31, 2002, aged 94.

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Born
April 20, 1908, Louisville
Died
August 31, 2002
Zodiac sign
Taurus
Country
United States
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Musician

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  • Lionel Hampton was born on a Monday.
  • Lionel Hampton would have turned 118 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: October 20. Birthstone: Diamond.
  • Lionel Hampton belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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Lionel Hampton was born on April 20, 1908 and died on August 31, 2002, aged 94.

What is Lionel Hampton’s zodiac sign?

Taurus, born April 20.